MHA Dutchess Veterans Programs

Are you or a family member a veteran in Dutchess County suffering from PTSD, suicidal thoughts, TBI, depression, addiction or other mental health issues? Do you need help and aren’t sure where to turn?

We are committed to helping you set personal recovery goals and then get there, whether it’s by making a plan, developing the skills you need, or just giving you support along the way.

MHA Dutchess County Veterans Programs are for Veterans, by Veterans, including those who have deployed, and they have years of experience helping others heal.

Programs for Veterans

Vet2Vet

Vet2Vet is funded by the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans’ Peer Services Project. Services include support groups, social activities, we can also help Vets get their benefit claims back on track, and advise them on how to access their education benefits as well, and much more:

Advocacy
Educational information
Emotional support
Recovery Groups
Referrals to useful services
Short-term care management
Social Events (free for Veterans and their families)
Support Groups

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
The goal is to give you the opportunity to get out and enjoy the world. Join us for some healing through simple fun, all in the company of other veterans and their families who are facing similar challenges. Check the calendar below for more information.

SUPPORT GROUPS
Our Vet2Vet support groups are a safe place where you can listen, share, and spend time with people who know what you’re going through. Together, we aim to help everyone feel heard and share ways to build a thriving life! Support Groups take place bi-monthly, on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month, 3pm, at our Veteran’s One-Stop office in Pleasant Valley (see calendar below for more information).

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HERO

The HERO Program is a way for Dutchess County veterans and their families that are either homeless or facing homelessness to have an advocate and a resource in the county they live in. There are funds available for emergency housing, which can be used if necessary to keep our veteran families safe and sleeping with a roof over their heads. To date, HERO has taken many homeless veterans away from street homelessness to stable housing status and has kept others from becoming homeless. This initiative is funded by Dutchess County.

VET-TAP

The Veterans Employment Training & Transitions Assistance Program (VET-TAP) assists Dutchess County Veterans in all aspects of employment, including resume building, job hunting, job applications, interview preparation, etc. The program also offers local Veterans the opportunity to obtain licenses and certifications in various fields, to broaden their employment marketability. The goal of VET-TAP is to curb veteran homelessness through meaningful employment. VET-TAP is a Dutchess County funded program that works hand-in-hand with the H.E.R.O. Program for housing assistance.

SSG Fox SPGP

SSG Fox SPGP is a Federally Funded suicide prevention program operating through our Veterans Programs in Dutchess and Orange Counties. Program Specialists work directly with Veterans on their struggles and create a plan to make positive changes in their lives. The program offers unique and healing therapies including Equine, Art and Music Therapy, aimed at getting Veterans active and engaged in peaceful and relaxing activities. Additionally, the program can assist Veterans with Temporary Income Support Assistance, as well as assistance with VA benefits and referrals.

Weekend 4 Warriors

Weekend 4 Warriors is an annual event that takes a group of four combat Veterans on a weekend getaway full of fun activities, followed by an awards reception honoring the four individuals and their service. The Weekend 4 Warriors Committee accepts nominations for Veteran attendees. Please contact the main office for more information.

How to contact us:

Please call 845-473-2500 ext. 1367 to make an appointment. No referral is necessary. Support is available to all veterans, regardless of era, discharge date, type of discharge or dependency status. Also come check us out at our upcoming events below.